May 8, 2024

Classic Pumpkin Pie

This recipe — the gold standard for pumpkin pie — was created by the Libby’s brand of canned pumpkin. We (along with most Americans!) agree there’s hardly a better version out there. It’s the pie that sets the standard and the one most people picture when they hear “pumpkin pie.”

Classic Pumpkin Pie

Classic Pumpkin Pie

Serves 1 pie


Ingredients

  • 1/2 c sugar
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp ground ginger
  • 1/4 tsp ground cloves
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 15oz can pumpkin (Libby’s)
  • 1 12oz can Evaporated milk
  • 1 recipe Mom’s Pie Crust or Perfect Pie Crust


Instructions

Preheat oven to 425 degrees.

Mix sugar, salt, cinnamon, and ginger in a small bowl. Stir into pumpkin, in a large bowl. Beat eggs, one at a time, into the pumpkin mixture until smooth. Carefully stir in the evaporated milk.

Pour into pie shell and bake for 15 minutes. Reduce heat to 350 degrees and bake for 40-50 more minutes or until nearly set. Let cool at least 2 hours before serving for best texture.

Refrigerate leftovers.